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If anyone had told me five years ago that I would be approaching paintings from Jean-Michel Basquiat, Botticelli, Roy Lichtenstein and Warhol In Porquerolles I wouldn't have believed it.. But, after many years of tremendous work, Charles Carmignac managed to offer a collection of art in the most beautiful setting. The villa Carmignac is now open !

From 1932 to 2019 In 1932, Henri Cartier Bresson ( My idol <3) photographed a bicycle hurtling down Edith Wharton avenue. This photo ( by the way this conscious blurry will always fascinate me ! ) is now visible in the Moma Museum ( The Museum Of Modern Art located in New York ) Yes […]

More than 160 000 spectactors ! Formula 1 was celebrating their comeback in France after a 10-year absence. In 2019, the Paul Ricard Circuit will host the 60th edition of the French Formula 1 Grand Prix. Don’t miss it ! The French Grand Prix invites you to a big four-day party from 20th to 23rd […]

For most of us, mountain biking isn’t just a sport or a hobby. It’s a way of life. Here is an awesome video shot in La Mauniere, by Thomas Lejeune ! In Hyeres, La Mauniere in one of the best spot. But you can also ride in “Les Borrels” and near La Londe.

Hyeres in your living room Good news for our online store’s international customers : we’ve just made an adjustment to our international shipping charges which we believe will provide a more accurate shipping charge – in many cases, a LOWER shipping charge, especially for Mr Z posters and items shipping outside of France. Hyeres Tourist […]

Enjoy a slice of "Galette des rois" or "Gateau des rois" for Epiphany. This is one of the most popular culinary traditions in France, which originates in the Christian Epiphany and the Roman winter solstice festival.

The PELAGOS Sanctuary for Mediterranean Marine Mammals is a marine protected Area aimed at the protection of marine mammals (cetaceans). It covers approx. 90,000 km², comprising the waters between France (Toulon), Italy (Civitavecchia & Capo Falcone) and the Principality of Monaco.

Here is a tip for a nice walk to the charming fisherman’s port of Niel, on the Giens peninisula. Follow the coastal path for a while, where you will get to admire wonderful landscapes along the coastline, to ascend to Giens before joining your departure point. Here is a precise map of the itinerary. Please […]

There are days like today when someone shares a youtube video he shot around Porquerolles with us. Days like this when we feel like we could just leave everything behind to have such daily encounters and witness the wildlife beauty.

Hyères is awarded the “City of Art and History” label. This national label is a major asset for cultural tourism. It recognizes the rich architecture, heritage and nature of Hyères and its Golden Isles.

Today, we're handing it over to Claire from "Ô l'idée blog", as she discovers Porquerolles island. Let's follow her as she delves into the exploration of the Golden Isle that was once given as a wedding present... Thanks a lot Claire for the beautiful words and images!

Ever dreamt about spending a day on Porquerolles, one of the most beautiful islands of the French Riviera? It is now possible from only 39€ per adult. For the 5th year in a row, the special offer “L'hiver est plus doux à Porquerolles” returns. Enjoy a relaxing off-season day on Porquerolles, also known as the pearl of the Golden Isles, off-season: a bike ride, a stroll through the amazing nature combined with a savoury meal in the village or on the port...

Local and national French press have been conveying the information for the past weeks...Notre-Dame beach on Porquerolles was elected most beautiful beaches in Europe by the European Best Destinations, before 280 beaches in competition.